Monasticism: a very short introduction
Auteur :
Davis, Stephen J.
Éditeur :
Oxford University Press
ISBN :
9780198717645
Date de publication :
25 janv. 2018
Dimensions :
17,4 x 11,4 x 1,0 cm
Poids :
128 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
Stephen J. Davis considers the phenomenon of monasticism from antiquity to the present day, addressing key questions about monastic spirituality and practice. Looking at Christian, Jainism, and Buddhist traditions of monasticism, Davis explores the life and beliefs of those in monasteries, and considers the role of monasticism in the modern world.